Business Details
34 Years
experience
Professional Music Recording Studio Manchester
Established in 1992, H Q Recording Studio has been at the forefront of providing purpose-built recording environments for artists and creators. Our facilities combine the best of analogue and digital technologies, offering a relaxed yet professional atmosphere designed to inspire creativity. With two studios available, including 24-hour access options, we cater to diverse projects from music production to post-production work. Our experienced engineers and extensive instrument collection ensure clients have everything needed to produce high-quality recordings. The acoustically treated spaces and carefully designed control rooms minimize listening fatigue while maintaining audio accuracy.Over three decades, we've evolved from analogue 24-track systems to unlimited digital formats while preserving our core mission of fostering creative excellence. Clients benefit from our flexible booking system, with sessions starting from a minimum of two hours. Our team's expertise and commitment to technical excellence have made us a trusted choice for local and international artists. The studio's reputation for quality is reflected in positive client testimonials highlighting transformative production experiences. We continue to innovate while maintaining the creative ethos that has defined us since our founding in Manchester's Strangeways area.
Services
Recording
Mastering
Mixing
Composition
Post-Production
Audio Transfer
Digital Distribution
Music Tuition
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 studio access with advanced booking options
- Our engineers have over 30 years' experience in professional audio production
- We maintain both analogue and digital technologies for versatile production needs
- Our acoustically treated rooms ensure optimal recording conditions
- Flexible booking system accommodating sessions from 2 hours upwards
What people say
Creative environment
Expert engineers
Transformative production
Flexible booking
Services
Studio Hire
Our professional studios offer 24-hour access with experienced engineers included. Clients benefit from hybrid analogue-digital setups and extensive instrument collections. The acoustically treated rooms ensure optimal sound quality for music production and post-production work.
Audio Mastering
We provide precision audio mastering services using state-of-the-art equipment. Our engineers enhance recordings with final touches including EQ balancing, compression, and stereo imaging to ensure commercial release quality standards.
Music Production
From composition to final mix, our production services cover full track development. Clients receive expert guidance in arrangement, instrumentation, and sonic experimentation using our comprehensive production tools.
Post-Production
We offer professional post-production services for film and multimedia projects. Our facilities handle dialogue editing, sound design, and mixing to deliver polished audio content for visual media productions.
Digital Distribution
Through our Manchester Records label, we provide digital distribution services for artists. This includes format conversion, metadata preparation, and strategic release planning across major online music platforms.
People
Mike Vindice
Lead Sound Engineer
With over 20 years in professional audio engineering, Mike oversees all technical operations at H Q Recording Studio. His expertise spans music production, mixing, and mastering, ensuring clients receive expert guidance throughout their projects.
Questions
What studio equipment do you have available?
We maintain hybrid analogue-digital setups with extensive instrument collections including vintage and modern gear for diverse production needs.
Can I book sessions outside regular hours?
Yes, we offer 24-hour access with advance notice while maintaining our standard two-hour minimum session requirement.
Do you provide engineering support?
All studio hires include an experienced engineer to assist with recording, mixing, and technical operations throughout your session.
What post-production services do you offer?
Our post-production capabilities include dialogue editing, sound design, and mixing for film and multimedia projects using professional audio tools.
How does Manchester Records support artists?
Through our in-house label, we provide digital distribution services, format conversion, and strategic release planning for emerging artists.
Reviews (7)
Craig Sanderson
Nov 20, 2021
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One of Manchesters longest running studios, HQ hasn't survived 30 years for no reason. Mike and his team go above and beyond to fulfil their clients wishes and create a relaxed, creative atmosphere where anyone can create to their hearts content. Quality people, quality gear and quality final product. 5 *****.
Romeo Saints
Jul 09, 2021
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Had such an amazing time at HQ recording studio Mike has such a bright personality and Georgia/Georgina is such a sweetheart they both helped me amazingly with recording my vocals and arranging the song if you really want to record new music HQ RECORDING is the place to go See You Both On Monday Romeo Saints
Maciek Mikunda
Jul 03, 2020
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Michael is a professional, qualified and experienced engineer who's been doing his job since 1991. Even though during the session I rap in my native language there is no problem, moreover I don't even need to explain many things when creating a song cuz Michael read my mind right away (even though my English is on communicative level). Plus his sense of humour will break any ice or uncomfortable silence, that's for sure! Long story short, looking for a good studio? So look no further!
Phil Bell
Nov 08, 2019
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Fantastic studio. Great, friendly staff. Well stocked with equipment for every instrument. Only issue is its a bit hard to find if you're not local.
Richard Madden
Oct 06, 2019
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100% recommended this place, just been back from a session and they were really nice people, loved every minute of it.
Yasin Chines
Sep 05, 2019
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Relaxed atmosphere, professional and always friendly staff. Highly recommended studio. I'm a returning customer and will probably remain one.
Hayley Williams
Jan 09, 2018
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I have recorded at HQ for a number of years, and I have to say that Mike and his team are truly exemplary engineers!! Such a great studio and space to work/record and share ideas too!!! Five star every time guys!!! I will be back very soon!! For anyone looking to book - you will feel right at home!
